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damage to property. The notices referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety alert
symbol, notices referring only to property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are
graded according to the degree of danger.
DANGER
indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING
indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
with a safety alert symbol, indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
without a safety alert symbol, indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken.
NOTICE
indicates that an unintended result or situation can occur if the corresponding information is not taken into account.
If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice representing the highest degree of danger will be
used. A notice warning
damage.
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task in accordance with the relevant documentation for the specific task, in particular its warning notices and safety
instructions. Qualified personnel are those who, based on their training and experience, are capable of identifying
risks and avoiding potential hazards when working with these products/systems.
Proper use of Siemens products
Note the following:
of injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to property
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documentation. If products and
approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and
maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems. The permissible
ambient conditions must be adhered to. The information in the relevant documentation must be observed.
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components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or
6.2.11.1 CE mark.....................................................................................................................................174
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8.1Overview of parameterization of RF600 reader.........................................................................325
8.2Integration in IT networks via RF-MANAGER...........................................................................326
8.2.1RF-MANAGER and PC integration of the RF600 reader.........................................................326
8.2.1.1Tasks of RF-MANAGER............................................................................................................326
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Introduction
1.1Preface
Purpose of this document
This system manual contains
It is intended both for programming and testing/debugging personnel who commission the
system themselves and connect it with other units (automation systems, further programming
devices), as well as for service and maintenance personnel who install expansions or carry
out fault/error analyses.
Scope of this documentation
This documentation is valid for all supplied versions of the SIMATIC RF600 system and
describes the state of delivery as of June 2010.
Conventions
The following terms/abbreviations are used synonymously in this document:
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the information needed to plan and configure the RF600 system.
● Reader, write/read device
● Tag, transponder, mobile data memory, data carrier, SmartLabel
● Communication module, interface module
Registered trademarks
SIMATIC ® is a registered trademark of the Siemens AG.
History
EditionComment
11/2005First edition
03/20062. revised edition
04/20063. revised and extended edition
06/20064. revised and extended edition
07/20085. revised and extended edition
11/20086. revised and extended edition:
07/20097. 7th revised and extended edition:
Details in the technical descriptions were revised.
new RF620R and RF630R readers
FCC approval RF620R/RF630R
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EditionComment
10/20098th. revised and expanded edition for multitag
12/20099. revised and extended edition
06/201010. revised and extended edition
Declaration of conformity
The EC declaration of conformity and the corresponding documentation are made available
to authorities in accordance with EC directives. Your sales representative can provide these
on request.
Observance of installation guidelines
mode
The installation guidelines and
safety instructions given in this documentation must be followed
during commissioning and operation.
1.2Navigating in the system manual
Structure of contents Contents
Table of contentsOrganization of the documentation, including the index of pages and chapters
IntroductionPurpose, layout and description of the important topics.
Safety InformationRefers to all the valid technical safety aspects which have to be adhered to while installing,
commissioning
System overviewOverview of all RF identification systems, system overview of SIMATIC RF600.
RF600 system planningInformation about possible applications of SIMATIC RF600, support for application planning,
tools for finding suitable SIMATIC RF600 components.
Readers Description of readers which can be used for SIMATIC RF600.
AntennasDescription of antennas which can be used for SIMATIC RF600.
Transponder/tagsDescription of transponders which can be used for SIMATIC RF600.
Integration into networksIntegration of the RF600 reader to higher-level systems, control.
System diagnosticsDescription of the flash codes and error codes of the reader.
AccessoriesConnecting cable, wide-range power supply unit, technical data, ordering lists, dimension
drawings
AppendixService and support, contact partners, training centers.
List of abbreviationsList of all abbreviations used in the document.
and operating the
product/system and with reference to statutory regulations.
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Safety Information
2.1General safety instructions
CAUTION
Please observe the safety instructions on the back cover of this documentation.
SIMATIC RFID products comply with the salient safety specifications to VDE/DIN, IEC, EN,
UL and CSA. If
environment, please contact your service representative.
CAUTION
Alterations to the devices are not permitted.
Failure to observe this requirement shall constitute a revocation of the radio equipment
approval, CE approval and manufacturer's warranty.
you have questions about the admissibility of the installation in the designated
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Repairs
System expansion
Repairs may only be carried out by authorized qualified personnel.
WARNING
Unauthorized opening of and improper repairs to the device may result in substantial damage
to equipment or risk of personal injury to the user.
Only install system expansion devices designed for this device. If you install other upgrades,
you may damage the system or violate the safety requirements and regulations for radio
frequency interference suppression. Contact your technical support team or where you
purchased your device to find out which system expansion devices may safely be installed.
CAUTION
If you cause system defects by improperly installing or exchanging system expansion
devices, the warranty becomes void.
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2.2 Safety instructions for third-party antennas as well as for modifications to the RF600 system
2.2Safety instructions for third-party antennas as well as for modifications
to the RF600 system
Always observe the following general safety instructions before selecting a component from
a different vendor:
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for functional suitability or legal implications for the
installation of third-party components.
NOTICE
Loss of radio equipment approvals
Alterations
to the SIMATIC
RF600 devices themselves are not permitted. Failure to observe
this requirement shall constitute a revocation of the CE, FCC, UL, CSA radio equipment
approvals and the manufacturer's warranty.
Modifications to the SIMATIC RF600 system
CAUTION
Damage to the system
If you install unsuitable or unapproved extensions, you may damage the system or violate
the safety requirements and regulations for radio frequency interference suppression.
Contact your technical support team or where you purchased your device to find out which
system extensions may safely be installed.
CAUTION
Loss of warranty
If you cause defects on the SIMATIC RF600 system by improperly installing or exchanging
system expansions, the warranty becomes void.
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NOTICE
Loss of validity for type tests and certificates
SIMATIC RFID products comply with the salient safety specifications to VDE/DIN, IEC, EN,
UL and CSA. When using RFID components which do not belong to the RF600 range of
products, the validity of all type tests as well as all certificates relevant to the RF600 are
canceled: CE, FCC, UL, CSA.
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Note
User responsibility for modified product
As a user of the modified product, you accept responsibility for use of the complete RFID
product comprising both SIMATIC RF600 components and third-party RFID components.
This particularly applies to modification or replacement of:
● Antennas
● Antenna cables
● readers
Power supply units with connection cables
●
2.3Safety distance to transmitter antenna
2.3.1Safety distance between transmitter antenna and personnel
For antenna configurations where it is possible to be briefly or constantly within the
transmission range of the antennas, as in loading ramps, for example, minimum distances
must be maintained.
Limits
The ICRP (International Commission of Radiological Protection) has worked out limit values
for human exposure to HF fields that are also recommended by the ICNIRP (International
Commission of Non Ionizing Radiological Protection). In German legislation on emissions
(since 1997), the following limit values apply. These can vary according to frequency:
Frequency f [MHz]Electrical field strength E [V/m]Magnetic field strength H [A/m]
10 - 40027,50,073
400 - 2.0001.375 x f
2.000 - 300.000610,16
1/2
0.0037 x f
1/2
The limit values for the 900 MHz reader antenna alternating field are thus:
Electrical field strength: E = 41.25 V/m
Magnetic field strength: H = 0.111 A/m
HF power density: E x H = 4.57 W/m
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2.3 Safety distance to transmitter antenna
2.3.2Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with ETSI
Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with ETSI (EU, EFTA, Turkey)
At a transmission frequency of 900 MHz, the wavelength of the electromagnetic wave λ is
approximately 0.34 m.
diminishes exponentially to the power three over distance, and for distances greater than 1 λ,
it diminishes exponentially to the power two over distance.
For distances less than 1 λ in the near field, the electrical field strength
The horizontal line at 41.25V/m marks the "safety limit value".
For the maximum permisisble transmission power in accordance with ETSI (2W ERP), the
"safety distance" d =
0.24 m. This means that personnel should not remain closer than 24cm
to the transmitter antenna for extended periods (more than several hours without interruption).
Remaining within the vicinity of the antenna for a brief period, even for repeated periods (at a
distance < 0.24 m), is harmless according to current knowledge.
Distance to transmitter antenna [m] Feld strength [V/m]% of limit value
11024
525
If the transmitter power is set lower than the highest permissible value (2 watts ERP), the
"safety distance" reduces correspondingly.
The values for this are as follows:
Radiated power ERP [W]Safety distance to transmitter antenna [m]
2,00,24
1,00,17
0,50,12
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Note
Reduced maximum radiated power with RF620R/RF630R readers
The SIMATIC RF620R (ETSI) reader has a maximum radiated power of 0.5 W ERP. The
maximum safety distance is therefore 0.12 m.
The SIMATIC RF630R (ETSI) reader has a maximum transmitter power of 0.5 W. The
radiated power therefore depends on the antenna cable and the type of antenna used, but
must not exceed the 2 W ERP.
2.3.3Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with FCC (USA)
Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with FCC (USA)
For the maximum permisisble transmission power in accordance with FCC (4W EIRP), the
"safety distance" d =
to the transmitter antenna for extended periods (more than several hours without interruption).
Remaining within the vicinity of the antenna for brief period, even repeated periods (at a
distance < 0.26 m) is harmless to health according to current knowledge.
0.26 m. This means that personnel should not remain closer than 26cm
The horizontal line at 41.25 V/m marks the "safety limit value".
Distance to transmitter antenna [m] Feld strength [V/m]% of limit value
110,926
52,25,3
If the transmitter power is set lower than the highest permissible value (4 watts ERP), the
"safety distance" reduces correspondingly.
The values for this are as follows:
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Radiated power ERP [W]Safety distance to transmitter antenna [m]
4,00,26
2,00,185
0,80.1xx
0,50,13
Note
Reduced maximum radiated power with RF620R/RF630R readers
The SIMATIC RF620R (FCC)
reader has a maximum radiated power of 0.795 W EIRP. The
maximum safety distance is therefore 0.1xx m.
The SIMATIC RF630R (ETSI) reader has a maximum transmitter power of 0.5 W. The
radiated power therefore depends on the antenna cable and the type of antenna used, but
must not exceed the 4 W EIRP.
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System overview
3.1RF System SIMATIC RF600
SIMATIC RF600 is an identification system that operates in the UHF range. UHF technology
supports large write/read distances with passive tags.
The SIMATIC RF670R reader
the gate of a warehouse, automatically record every movement of goods, and signal these to
the host systems. The data are filtered and compressed there by data management software
at the control level in order, for example, to generate the receiving department transaction for
the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system at the business administration control level.
At the same time, the delivery can be automatically checked for correctness and completeness
prior to storage by means of the electronic delivery list.
The general automation and IT structure of a company is shown in the following figure. This
comprises several different levels that are described in detail below.
and RF660R reader (write/read devices), fitted for example on
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Figure 3-1System overview of SIMATIC RF600
● Acquisition level
This level contains the RFID readers that read the appropriate tag data and transfer them
to the next highest level.
● Control level
At the control level , the RFID data are collected, preprocessed and presented to the
production control and business administration control levels for further processing.
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● Production control
The Manufacturing Execution System
the automation environment (control level) and the logistical and commercial processes of
the company (business administration control). MES solutions are used, for example, for
defining and performing production processes.
● Business administration control
This level covers planning and control of the equipment used. For this purpose, Enterprise
Resource Planning (ERP) systems and Supply Chain Management (SCM) systems are
used with modules for cost accounting, financial bookkeeping and personnel management.
● Global integration
Product information can be exchanged here at an inter-company level. This can be
performed over the Internet with the help of special services.
3.1.1Application areas of RF600
RFID (radio frequency identification) permits interruption-free tracking and documentation of
all delivered, stocked and shipped goods in the incoming goods, warehouse, production
logistics and distribution departments. A small data medium - referred to as SmartLabel,
transponder or tag - is attached to every item, package or pallet, and contains all important
information. The data medium receives the power it requires via an antenna which is also used
for data transmission.
System overview
3.1 RF System SIMATIC RF600
(MES) closes the gap between the data that arise in
3.1.2System components (hardware/software)
RF600 productsDescription
Due to its compact format and high degree of protection, the RF670R reader is ideally suited
to applications in production logistics and distribution. The integrated data processing makes
it easier to use in complex scenarios and reduces the IT integration costs. Integration is
performed using an XML protocol, TCP/IP and Ethernet.
Equipped with a rugged casing to the high IP 65 degree of protection and suitable for use over
a wide range of temperatures, the SIMATIC RF660R reader is also a match for the demands
of harsh industrial conditions in, for example, warehouses or on loading ramps.
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RF600 productsDescription
The RF620R reader creates with its connection to a SIMATIC controller optimum preconditions
for production-related application scenarios
RFID. It has an integrated circular polarized antenna.
.
The RF630R reader creates with its connection to a SIMATIC controller optimum preconditions
for production-related application scenarios
RFID. It has 2 connections for external antennas.
and/or production-related logistics applications by
and/or production-related logistics applications by
SIMATIC RF610M expands the RF600 RF identification system with a powerful mobile reader
for applications in the areas of logistics, production and service. In addition, it is an
indispensable aid for startup and testing.
Also the RF660A antennas are equipped for the harsh conditions in production and logistics
environments due to their high IP67 degree of protection.
Up to 4 antennas can be connected to the RF670R and RF660R readers depending on the
application and up to two can be connected to the RF630R reader.
The SIMATIC RF620A is an antenna of compact, industry-standard design. It is suitable for
UHF transponders with normal (far field) antenna characteristics.
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RF600 productsDescription
The RF600 tag family offers the right solution for every application:
The RF640T tool tag for industrial requirements is highly resistant to oils and can be directly
mounted on metal.
The RF620T container tag for industrial requirements is rugged and highly resistant to
detergents.
The RF630L Smart Labels
The application areas range from simple identification such as electronic barcode replacement/
supplementation, through warehouse and distribution logistics, right up to product identification.
SIMATIC RF-MANAGER manages the connected RFID readers, collects the supplied data
and reduces them as required by the higher-level enterprise systems (e.g. MES/ERP).
The SIMATIC RF-MANAGER is used for configuring, commissioning and operating RFID
systems. It allows you to collect RFID data, to process it and to filter it. This data can be
exchanged with an S7
system.
The RF-MANAGER supports you with quick and easy creation of RFID solutions as well as
the administration of RFID systems and their hardware components. The application also offers
extensive help with the preprocessing of RFID data.
System overview
3.1 RF System SIMATIC RF600
made of plastic or paper can be used in many different applications:
PLC by means of variables or transferred to a higher-level management
3.1.3Features
The RF600 identification system has the following performance features:
RFID system RF600
TypeContactless RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) system in the UHF band